McIlroy Charges Early at Windy US Open but Stumbles Late

The US Open, a marquee fixture on the golf calendar, kicked off in blustery conditions at Pinehurst. Rory McIlroy burst out of the gates with a blistering front nine, only to falter down the stretch, missing a chance to seize the early clubhouse lead. The world number two's expensive finish cost him top spot, leaving the door open for the rest of the star-studded lineup. Meanwhile, Scottie Scheffler endured a rollercoaster opening round in his quest for a Grand Slam. The world number one mixed b...